Thakker is known for her podcast, Tuckered Out with Ami Thakkar(HERE) ), which has been in production since 2017 with a monthly drop schedule.
“Ami steps into the role at a pivotal moment for both TPA and the podcast industry — bringing a deep commitment to creators, a sharp understanding of the business of audio, and a clear vision for how the Academy can continue to grow as the home for excellence in podcasting,” — The Podcast Academy
The Podcast Academy’s most public expression is The Ambies, an annual awards program for the podcast industry produced by The Podcast Academy.
“The Podcast Academy is uniquely positioned to celebrate excellence while helping define the future of podcasting, and I’m grateful to play a role in leading that effort,” Thakkar says in the announcement.
Thakkar has served a broad spectrum of roles over across many sectors over a dozen years, including stints at Enron, Alliance Bernstein, Exclusively.In, Conde Nast, and The House of Songs.
